Lublin Voivodeship to host ‘Ognisty Len’ military exercises

The 2nd Lublin Territorial Defense Brigade will conduct its most significant training exercise of 2026, titled ‘Ognisty Len’, from October 8 to 11. The tactical exercise will take place at military training facilities, with specific training episodes scheduled to occur outside military areas on October 10 and 11.

Residents of the Lublin Voivodeship should expect increased military vehicle traffic and a visible presence of soldiers throughout the region. The exercise is a planned event within the brigade's 2026 calendar and is not related to any immediate threats or crisis situations in the area.

The primary objectives of ‘Ognisty Len’ are to test the readiness and planning capabilities of command posts in response to evolving tactical situations. The scenario includes tasks such as the protection of critical infrastructure and responding to various tactical developments.